Archaeological History - Indian Country Wisconsin __ You will find brief
discussion on Wisconsin archaeology, generally representing the views of
archaeologists and anthropologists. - From mpm.edu -
http://www.mpm.edu/wirp/ICW-22.html

Archaeology at the Wisconsin Historical Society __ You will find wide ranging
information about history and archaeology. There is information about how to get
involved, a general description of 'archaeology' and much more. - illustrated -
From Wisconsin Historical Society -
http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/archaeology/

Aztalan State Park
__ "This park contains one of Wisconsin's most important archaeological sites.
It showcases an ancient Middle-Mississippian village and ceremonial complex that
thrived between A.D. 1000 and 1300." General information, video and more.
- illustrated - From Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources -
http://dnr.wi.gov/org/land/parks/specific/aztalan/

Central Wisconsin Archaeology Center __ "Since October of 1997, the Central
Wisconsin Archaeology Center (CWAC) has dedicated itself to the recovery and
preservation of Central Wisconsin's cultural resources for this and future
generations. CWAC pursues scientific excellence while encouraging public
education and an appreciation of the past." - From Central Wisconsin Archaeology
Center -
http://www.uwsp.edu/special/cwac/

Green Bay - Wisconsin's French Connections ARCHAEOLOGY in Wisconsin __ Learn
about archaeological research at one of the earliest French encampments in
Wisconsin in Perrot State Park, north of La Crosse along the Mississippi River.
- From Milwaukee Journal Sentinel/uwgb.edu -
http://www.uwgb.edu/wisfrench/library/articles/arch.htm

Mississippi Valley Archaeology Center: Wisconsin Sites: Silver Mound-A Quarry
Site __ "Silver Mound in Jackson County is a good example of a
"quarry site" where people gathered the stones to make their tools. Although the
name implies that it contains silver, Silver Mound has no silver." A brief
article with lots of links to other Wisconsin resources. - illustrated - From
uwlax.edu -
http://www.uwlax.edu/mvac/preeuropeanpeople/earlycultures/wisconsin_sites.html

Office of the State
Archaeologist at the Wisconsin Historical Society __ "The office of the
Wisconsin State Archaeologist is a part of the Division of Historic
Preservation." Learn about the office, responsibilities, goals and
accomplishments. - From wisconsinhistory.org -
http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/archaeology/osa/

Preservation of
Wisconsin Archaeological Sites __ "It is estimated that nearly 80% of
the archaeological sites that once existed in the state have been destroyed or
severely damaged, primarily by modern land practices such as development and
farming. Many sites have also been damaged by looting." Learn what is
already in place to protect them. - From wisconsinhistory.org -
http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/archaeology/preserve/

Site Yields Evidence
Of Farming (Wisconsin, 12,000 Year Ago Site) __ "You don't get many sites
like this in Wisconsin archaeology," said James Clark Jr., researcher for the
university's Center for Archaeology Research. "We have multiple occupations over
thousands of years here." A brief article and comments. - From
freerepublic.com -
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/975194/posts

Wisconsin Archeological Society __ "The Wisconsin Archeological Society is an
organization made up of individuals with an interest in Wisconsin's Historic and
Prehistoric past. The Society was incorporated in 1903 and produces The
Wisconsin Archeologist." Learn about the society, its goals and plans for the
future. - From Wisconsin Archaeological Society -
http://www.uwm.edu/Org/WAS/

Wisconsin
Archaeological Survey - Since 1997 __ "The Wisconsin Archeological Survey
is a professional organization formed to provide guidance and support for
archaeological research throughout the state of Wisconsin." By-laws,
officers, and more. - From uwm.edu -
http://www4.uwm.edu/Org/was/WASurvey/

Wisconsin Maritime
Trails - Underwater Archaeology __ "Underwater archaeologists in
Wisconsin study a wide spectrum of submerged cultural remains. These sites have
included a 1,800 year-old dugout canoe, an inundated 18th century fur trading
site, and 19th and 20th century shipwrecks." Learn about the importance of
underwater archaeology to Wisconsin. - illustrated - From maritimetrails.org -
http://www.maritimetrails.org/underwater_archaeology.phpWisconsin Preservation Plan Profile __ Learn how the state plans to protect its
historic and archaeological sites. - From National Park Service -
http://www.cr.nps.gov/hps/pad/stateplans/wisconsin.htm

Wisconsin's Cave of
Wonders - Archaeology __ "Over one hundred 1,300-year-old charcoal
drawings and engravings have been found in a cave in southwestern Wisconsin."
Learn about the research and what has been done to protect them. - From
archaeology.org -
http://www.archaeology.org/online/news/wisconsin/